Alaska USA Appoints New Director of Sales
Brenda Miernyk has been selected to fill the position of director of sales for Alaska USA Mortgage Company. Miernyk is a trusted leader with more than twenty years of mortgage industry experience. She holds a bachelor’s in business administration from Colorado State University.
“After careful consideration of the potential candidates, Brenda set herself apart by displaying a deep understanding of the mortgage needs of individuals in the areas in which we serve,” says Steve Larson, executive director of mortgage and real estate lending. “We look forward to seeing her expertise and motivation help the company evolve as she settles into her role.”
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October 2025
Alaska Native Heritage Center Promotes New CEO
Alaska Native Heritage Center found a new President and CEO in its strategic advancement and communications department, promoting Kelsey Ciugun Wallace.
New Executive Director for Assets, Inc.
Gina Bastian, a former board member of Assets, is hired as Executive Director to lead the nonprofit that supports adults with developmental disabilities or mental illness.
UMIAQ Environmental Promotes Policy and Permitting Manager
UMIAQ Environmental, a division of UIC Commercial Services, promoted Emily McDonald to Policy and Permitting Division Manager.
As we have annually since 1985, we are again celebrating the Top 49ers, local Alaska companies ranked by gross revenue. These home-grown companies participate in all of the state’s major industries, generate more than $28 billion in gross revenue, and employ more than 24,000 Alaskans. The special section holds not only the official 2025 Top 49ers ranks but also highlights of their activities, their plans for the future, and other exciting content. Enjoy!